As if lightning-fast internet access, voice activated smart home technologies, and AI-run customer service weren't enough, there are several technological developments going on these days that could transform marketing and social media as we know... (Read More)

Appropriate hashtag use is more of a skill than a guessing game. But all too often, marketers underestimate the importance of hashtags and simply slap a few relevant words onto their Instagram posts and hope for the best. If you're marketing your... (Read More)

When it comes to the way you use hashtags in social media posts, what does your brand's strategy look like? Do you use as many hashtags as possible, no hashtags at all, or something in between? Although the use of hashtags is not a perfect science... (Read More)

Whether you're trying to gain more followers for your social media channels or want to encourage social users to click on a link, there are several ways to improve your marketing campaign's chances of success. Here are four of the best strategies... (Read More)

When it comes to data analyses of posts with and without images, results appear to be mixed on whether or not an image truly increases engagement on social media. There are obviously multiple factors involved - the relevancy of your copy, the... (Read More)

Ephemeral content is exploding in popularity right now, but too few brands are taking advantage of this unique, short-term opportunity to get in front of consumers' eyes. If you're wondering what in the world ephemeral content is, it's the... (Read More)

Fear appeals refer to emotionally-provocative forms of communication that psychologically motivate consumers to make purchasing decisions based on perceptions of significant or impending risks to themselves, their loved ones, or their lives. Many... (Read More)

When it comes to planning out a social media campaign, do you have certain desirable outcomes in mind before you launch, or do you simply publish your ads, monitor your metrics along the way, and think about new strategies for improvement once the... (Read More)

Are you experiencing lackluster results from your email marketing campaigns? Here are several reasons why many e-mail marketing efforts fall short — and what you can do to get more people to open and read your e-mails: Your headlines are... (Read More)

You’ve got an event coming up, and you want to fill every seat. How do you throw a champagne event on a beer budget? With social media! Here’s how. Have a unique, event-specific hashtag. The key here is to research it first. You need to... (Read More)